Museum of Sacred Art

The Museum of Sacred Art occupies a former convent building in the historic center and displays religious objects from Brazil's colonial period. The collection includes painted wooden figures, textiles, metalwork, and paintings gathered from across the country.

The building began as a women's convent and later became a museum dedicated to preserving colonial-era artworks. The institution developed to safeguard luso-Brazilian religious collections that might otherwise have been lost.

The exhibits reveal how Portuguese and African artistic traditions came together in religious objects and paintings from the 18th century. Visitors can see this blend particularly in the decorative elements and iconography throughout the collection.

The museum sits in the old city center and is easily reached on foot, though staircases inside the building can be steep. Wear comfortable shoes and allow time to explore the rooms thoroughly.

The museum houses religious objects crafted from precious metals such as gold, silver, and ivory that reflect Salvador's colonial wealth. These rare pieces showcase the metalwork skill of that era.

Location: Salvador

Operator: UFBA - Universidade Federal da Bahia

GPS coordinates: -12.97901,-38.51628

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:07